Pretty Tough… but Pretty Clear! 😉

What are your strengths?

For a while, it was a trend to ask this question. So today, I want to ask it again, and I would like you to really think about it. 

Because it is only when we’re aware of our strengths that we can intentionally put them to use.

There’s no room for false modesty today, okay? 😉 I don’t want to hear, “But I can’t do anything,” because that would be like saying, “God forgot to put anything special inside me…”

But God created you with gifts, a personality, experiences, and a story no one else in this world has in quite the same way. He created you with intentionality!

Do you know why that matters so much? Because God gave you all of this so that YOU could make a difference!

Yes, God gives each of us a specific and unique calling. ❤️ 

For example, John was a writer. His calling was to testify about the deep and spiritual nature of Jesus. 

And Peter, who initially seemed a little jealous of John, had to understand that God had given him a unique calling too.

When Peter asked Jesus, referring to John, “Lord, what about him?” (John 21:21, NIV)  Jesus answered, “...what is that to you?” (John 21:22, NIV) 

Pretty tough, right? But pretty clear!

He doesn’t want us to waste time by failing to recognize our own gifts.

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” (Ephesians 2:10, NLT) 

Are you already fulfilling this calling—your calling? Or are you still comparing yourself to others, perhaps even doubting your own strengths?

Let me say it again: God has a specific and unique calling for YOUR life!

And maybe it’s even bigger than you can imagine yourself stepping into today. One thing is certain: God has already given you everything you need to take the steps He is calling you to take! 👣

That’s why it’s so important not to downplay your gifts.

You are a miracle!